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March
21
21
March

Federal court fails to deliver justice for Black federal public service workers

PSAC is deeply disappointed by the Federal Court's decision to deny certification of the Black Class Action (BCA) lawsuit.

March
21
21
March

Canada Revenue Agency: A guide to workforce adjustment protections

PSAC’s Workforce Adjustment guide for workers at Canada Revenue Agency is an essential resource to help members understand their rights and protections when changes to the workforce, including layoffs, are being contemplated. It is designed to reduce uncertainty, provide clarity, and empower members to make informed decisions. 
March
21
21
March

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: PSAC's Initiatives

Today, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, a day that commemorates the tragic Sharpeville Massacre of March 21, 1960, in South Africa.
March
20
20
March

Canada’s emergency response to bird flu depends on the public service

This week, 140 employees at the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg did not have their contracts renewed.
March
20
20
March

Parks Canada bargaining survey: Take 15 minutes to help shape your next contract 

As we enter a new round of bargaining with Parks Canada, your input is essential to deciding the issues we prioritize at the bargaining table. The way we work has fundamentally changed, and we need your voice to help guide the future.  
March
20
20
March

PSAC holds Call Centre Roundtable to improve working conditions for members

Members from across Canada gathered for PSAC’s first-ever Call Centre Roundtable to discuss urgent issues impacting workers.
March
18
18
March

Parks Canada bargaining conference: Members of equity groups, women, and young workers encouraged to apply

In preparation for the next round of bargaining, PSAC will host a national bargaining conference for members in the Parks Canada bargaining group May 7-9, 2025, in Gatineau. The conference will bring members together to review and discuss bargaining issues and elect their bargaining team. 
March
17
17
March

PSAC launches campaign to protect Canada’s public services

Public service workers are the backbone of Canada. When the world feels uncertain – with reckless tariffs putting our jobs at risk and our very sovereignty under attack – you can count on Canada’s public service to be there when people need them most,
March
14
14
March

PSAC serves notice to bargain for EB members

PSAC served notice to begin bargaining with Treasury Board on behalf of over 1,000 members of the Education and Library Science (EB) bargaining group on March 7. 
March
14
14
March

PA bargaining group prepares for next round of negotiations 

Over 100 PSAC members in the Program and Administrative Services (PA) group came together in Montreal from Feb. 19-23 for the Treasury Board National Bargaining Conference to discuss key priorities and elect their bargaining team for the next round of negotiations. 

March
14
14
March

EB bargaining group sets priorities for next round of negotiations 

Members of the EB group attended the National Treasury Board Bargaining Conference in Montreal February 19-22 to discuss bargaining proposals submitted by members from across the country and set priorities for the next round of negotiations.

March
14
14
March

TC bargaining group prepares for next round of negotiations 

Over 60 PSAC members representing more than 10,000 workers in the Technical Services (TC) group from across Canada gathered for the Treasury Board National Bargaining Conference February 19-23 in Montreal to discuss key priorities and elect their bargaining team for the upcoming round of negotiations with Treasury Board. 

Updates

July
6
6
July

Update on Phoenix damages implementation

Several issues remain outstanding. 

May
2
2
May

Phoenix: Damages ruled taxable as Treasury Board refuses to cooperate

After months of waiting, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has rejected our request to review the taxability of Phoenix damages.
March
3
3
March

FAQ: Phoenix damages compensation

Read a summary of the Phoenix settlement or the full text and details of the 

March
2
2
March

Phoenix general damages for retired and former PSAC members

Now that current PSAC members will be receiving Phoenix general damages on March 3, retired and former PSAC

March
1
1
March

Phoenix general damages: Did you receive the correct amount?

PSAC members will receive their Phoenix general damages in one lump sum payment on March 3 with their regular pay and it will be taxed at source.

February
25
25
February

Government moves to deny Phoenix victims full compensation

PSAC has been informed that the federal government plans to move forward with taxing Phoenix general damages on March 3rd and that they will not provide the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) w

February
18
18
February

Government rushing Phoenix damages payment without tax ruling

The Liberal government has shamelessly chosen the 5th anniversary of the Phoenix pay system disaster to short-change thousa

January
13
13
January

Update on the Taxability of Phoenix Damages

Treasury Board has provided PSAC with a letter from CRA setting out its preliminary view that the general damages in the Phoenix settlement agreement are taxable.

December
4
4
December

How to request the Phoenix damages settlement for retired or former employees

It has been brought to our attention that some retired or former PSAC members have been misdirected to fill out a form titled

November
13
13
November

Phoenix: Government resumes recovery of new overpayments; now collecting pension arrears

The Public Service Pay Center has restarted its work to recover new overpayments caused by the Phoenix pay system.

November
3
3
November

Halt to automatic leave cash-out extended for Treasury Board members

In order to reduce the pressure on the Phoenix pay system and allow compensation advisors to focus on fixing outstanding pay issues, PSAC and Treasury Board have agreed to suspend the automatic cas

October
23
23
October

PSAC and Treasury Board sign PA, TC and Phoenix deals

PSAC and Treasury Board today signed new collective agreements and the Phoenix deal.

July
10
10
July

PSAC secures improved Phoenix damages settlement

PSAC is pleased to have negotiated a new Phoenix damages agreement which replaces five days of leave with a $2,500 lump sum payment.

July
9
9
July

Deal reached for Phoenix damages, PA group and common issues

PSAC has reached a tentative agreement that provides fair wages, no concessions, and improved working conditions for the 70,000 members of the PA group.
May
31
31
May

Help with Phoenix Pay Issues

In recent months, everyone has been overwhelmed by the changes in their work and home life because of the COVID-19 pandemic.